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Puerto Viejo is a small village with more influence of the local Bribri indigenous culture. Here, you can find the best surfing of this coast. The mixture of black and indigenous cultures is very interesting: you can buy Bibri handicrafts and listen to raggae or calypso music. Puerto Limon is a popular cruise port and longtime fishermen's heaven. A number of fishing lodges stretch out along the Tortuguero Canal, where the 47,000-acre Tortuguero National Park is known for its abundant and endangered wildlife. |
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| ESSENCE OF THE AREA |
| Do not expect modern high-rises here, or even a/c or phones in rooms. What you will get here are golden pristine beaches with coral reefs, as well as rainforest reserves. The best time to find calm water conditions is between August and October. The town of Puerto Viejo is magical and even mystical with rustic elegant lodges that blend with nature and one of the most beautiful beaches of the coast. Some great little restaurants: Amimodo and Maxims.
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| GETTING THERE |
| 3 hours from San Jose, a great scenic ride.
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| RECOMMENDED STAY |
| 3 nights minimum
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| RECOMMENDED SIGHTSEEING & ACTIVITIES |
| Swimming, snorkeling, horseback riding, bicycles.
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| RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATIONS |
COUPLES:
Shawanda: Classy rustic elegant hotel. The bungalows are spacious and private. The restaurant has a great chef, exotic gardens. Good choice for couples.
FAMILIES:
Cariblue: This hotel has beautiful manicured gardens. It sits across the street from one of the most beautiful beaches in the area. Great for swimming, the hotel offers bikes with friendly service and comfortable rooms. Good choice for families.
Almonds and Corals: The lodge has a tent inside, a bungalow and even a hammock. Gives you comfort with a true feeling of being in the tropical rainforest. The beach here is long and you can only swim in certain parts. The hotel is surrounded by rainforest and you will wake up to the sounds of the Howler Monkeys. This hotel has something to offer for all family members.
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